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Wednesday, June 15, 2016

New Shoes

Happy Outdoor Wednesday to you! Yesterday was a great day~I took my neighbor shopping with me, I needed some new tennis/walking shoes. Another close friend who always wears Oasics told me that getting a running shoe is better because they are lighter than a tennis shoe. I have worn Oasics for several years now and have been happy with them. So, I went to a running store to get advice and to be fitted properly. Firstly, a very nice young college girl was working and although very sweet, she didn't have a lot of knowledge about running shoes except her own preferences. When I was young, I always had pronated knees and ankles; that has changed over the last several years though. I asked about prices and the majority of shoes were over $140., there were two pairs on sale for $120. O.k. so here is where I become very frugal/cheap. Since I'm not a runner and don't do 50 mile fundraisers, I don't feel I need such an expensive shoe,(after all, we are going to Sisters in a few weeks and I'd rather have some money to spend there). I wasn't impressed with her knowledge, so we moved on to Sierra Trading Company. I have to say I love that store! After trying on three different brands and price levels, I choose this pair. They are Brooks Launch 2 Road Running Shoes.

I also love the colors; wasn't crazy about the other shoes in neon green and orange. I haven't worn them out yet, but know they will work for the walking I do. Yesterday, I walked three miles in the morning and last night we went on a 3 mile bike ride. Even with walking, my thighs are not looking very nice, so figured it was time to kick up the exercise another notch.
I didn't sleep well last night, so am skipping walking this morning with my friend and may just go on a bike ride after breakfast. Tonight I get to take Copper and our grandson to dog training, so I'll try to get some photos.
I hope you get some time outdoors, even if just to smell the flowers.
Blessings~Noreen

9 comments:

Hi Noreen! Those are some good looking shoes! I love all of the color options out there these days. I just got a pretty pair of aqua Nikes! About that RV park.....oh how much fun would that be for you and your husband to join us. Our men could go golf, and we could find all sorts of trouble to get into, you and I!!It is called Chula Vista RV Resort. Very close to the Mexican border, but also, only minutes from the hub of San Diego as well. So much to do!! A very wonderful park! We will go again and again!!!I am so trying to stay caught up with everyone, but life has been quite busy!!! I miss you.xo Kris

Noreen, I always thought a running shoe would be better than a walking shoes...that more pounding. I have bought walking shoes and I am just not happy with them..so I go the running shoes now. But lately I have bought a couple pairs of sketchers..they have a nice insole. But I try to trade off my shoes every now and then. Let them dry even though they not ever seem wet . Good luck with your new shoes and have fun at your sisters. Blessings, xoxo, Susie

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I am a daughter of the King, saved by grace for 38 yrs. I am married to my best friend and beloved for 39 years. I was born and lived most of my life in Northern Calif. until moving to Colorado. We homeschooled our girls for years and I love encouraging my daughters and others in their homeschooling. Hubby and I are blessed to have two incredible daughters and sons-in-law and 11 grandkids. I love spending time with my family & our dog Hunter, friends, plus quilting whenever I can.